Pentax K10D vs Pentax E70

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax K10D and Pentax E70, one is a Advanced DSLR and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Pentax. The sensor resolution of the K10D (10MP) and the E70 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the K10D (APS-C) and E70 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The K10D was introduced 3 years earlier than the E70 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax K10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax E70 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the K10D matches up versus the E70 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K10D and Pentax Optio E70. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax K10D Gallery and Pentax E70 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax K10D has outer measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs) and the Pentax E70 has proportions of 94mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the K10D against the E70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the K10D and E70 is 59 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the K10D and E70.

As you can see, both the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The K10D includes the bigger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The more aged K10D will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.